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Scream and Scooby-Doo Icon Hunts for Gaming’s Origins
Every player harbors a sanctuary—whether physical or mental—filled with the titles that forged their identity. Polygon’s latest monthly odyssey, Shelf Quest, transforms this sentiment into a recurring pilgrimage through gaming history. In each installment, we invite a cultural icon or creator to navigate the labyrinthine aisles of a classic game shop. As they pull boxes...
NVIDIA Reclaims 94% Market Share in Graphics Cards — Report
Analytical firm Jon Peddie Research has released a new report detailing the state of the discrete graphics card market for the fourth quarter of 2025. According to analyst data, NVIDIA solidified its dominance by capturing 94% of the desktop discrete GPU market, representing a 1.6% increase over the previous quarter. In contrast, AMD’s market share...
“I’m In Love with Your Dead Grandmother”: A Dating Sim Even More Offensive Than Its Title
Random Select is a recurring Polygon feature spotlighting the obscure corners of the gaming world. Every week, a contributor is tasked with a blind dive: downloading a mystery title and committing to at least sixty minutes of gameplay. The goal? To provide an unfiltered, honest appraisal of whatever the digital lottery provides. This week’s specimen...
Cosplayer showcases Grace Ashcroft from Resident Evil Requiem in Deluxe Edition outfits
The talented model Dear Iris has delved back into the survival horror world of Resident Evil Requiem. Stepping into the shoes of Grace Ashcroft, she swapped her standard attire for the striking “Film Noir” and “Dimitrescu” outfits from the game’s Deluxe collection. In a treat for cosplay enthusiasts and those who have braved the horrors...
Resident Evil Requiem to receive unofficial replicas of the “Requiem” revolver and axe from Panda Studio
Courtesy of Panda Studio, dedicated collectors can now secure pre-orders for high-fidelity, 1:1 scale resin replicas of the “Requiem” revolver and signature axe from Resident Evil Requiem. Panda Studio has unveiled an unexpected treat for enthusiasts of the survival horror hit Resident Evil Requiem—a title that recently achieved a massive peak of 344,214 concurrent players...
Four Decades Later, Hollywood Still Misses the Point of Highlander
History’s initial verdict on Highlander was actually the correct one. When the film premiered four decades ago on March 7, 1986, it was a commercial disaster, recouping a measly $12.8 million against a $19 million investment. Contemporary critics were equally dismissive. Roger Ebert panned it as a “preposterous and intensely tedious” experience, while Gene Siskel...
Ubisoft believes it can create another hit
An anonymous Ubisoft employee recently asserted in an interview that the studio remains fully capable of delivering blockbuster hits, despite facing significant backlash from both the gaming community and its internal workforce. The source further noted: The employee emphasized that the company’s transition to a “creative houses” model provides developers with the necessary framework to...
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred to Reimagine Leveling — More Time to Study Classes
Blizzard has announced a comprehensive overhaul of the progression mechanics for the Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred expansion, aiming to provide players with a more nuanced understanding of their chosen class and its maximum combat potential. In a recent interview, Project Director Colin Finer explained that these foundational adjustments will specifically target the early stages...
Filming Begins on the New The Exorcist
Новости Стартовали съёмки нового «Изгоняющего дьявола» Добавить в закладки В Нью-Йорке начался съёмочный процесс новой версии «Изгоняющего дьявола». Режиссёром выступает Майк Флэнеган («Призраки дома на холме»), а главную роль исполнит Скарлетт Йоханссон. Известно, что сюжет расскажет новую историю, никак не связанную с предыдущими частями хоррор-франшизы. Вместе с Йоханссон сыграют Джекоби Джуп, Дайэн Лэйн, Чиветель Эджиофор,...
Code Vein 2 Made Easier: Developers Adjust Balance and Improve Performance
Bandai Namco is consistently refining its anime-inspired Soulslike experience. Code Vein 2 has recently seen a series of updates designed to significantly polish the gameplay loop and make it more approachable for the community. Patches 1.0.4 and 1.0.5 introduce a wealth of adjustments that streamline combat, resulting in a more intuitive and high-octane experience. A...
Karl Urban Ready to Return as Judge Dredd in Upcoming Taika Waititi Film
Karl Urban, widely recognized for his gritty performance as Billy Butcher in The Boys, has once again expressed his desire to don the helmet of Judge Dredd. During a guest appearance on The Discourse podcast, Urban admitted that he would “love to return to the role” of the lawman he portrayed in the 2012 cult...
Cosplayer Brings Grace Ashcroft from Resident Evil Requiem to Life: A Journey of Survival and Transformation
Model Meiko Inoe has masterfully brought to life the character of FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft from Resident Evil Requiem—a protagonist driven to investigate her mother’s mysterious passing while fighting to contain a burgeoning biological menace. Since its debut on February 27, the survival horror title Resident Evil Requiem has already amassed a massive following, garnering...
Fortnite to return to Google Play worldwide — Epic and Google reach agreement
Following a protracted legal saga, Epic Games and Google have finally reached a comprehensive settlement. The long-standing feud between Epic Games and Google over Fortnite, which ignited back in 2020, has officially been resolved. As part of this landmark agreement, the game is slated for a worldwide return to the Google Play Store in 2026....
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Developers Face Backlash Over Claims Against Comic Creator Allegedly “Profiting from the Game’s Success”
Legal representatives for Sandfall Interactive have set their sights on the creator of the comic series *Académie Clair-Obscur*. Olivier Gay, the author of the *Académie Clair-Obscur* comic, recently shared that he received a formal cease-and-desist from the legal team at Sandfall Interactive. The developers of the hit RPG *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33* have demanded he...
Gang of Dragon at Risk: NetEase Pulls Funding for Yakuza Creator’s Project
The development of the gritty crime thriller starring Ma Dong-seok is hanging by a thread as the studio scrambles to secure fresh capital. Gang of Dragon, the latest project from Toshihiro Nagoshi — the visionary behind the iconic Yakuza franchise — faces an uncertain future following NetEase’s decision to terminate its financial backing by May...
YouTooz to Open Pre-orders for Metaphor: ReFantazio Figures and Heismay Plush
Later this year, YouTooz is set to expand its collection with vinyl figures featuring the protagonist of Metaphor: ReFantazio, alongside his companions Strohl and Hulkenberg. Fans will also have the opportunity to bring home a charming Heismay plush. Starting March 10th at 11:00 PM MSK, YouTooz will officially open pre-orders for these new collectibles inspired...
Scream and Scooby-Doo Icon Hunts for Gaming’s Origins
Every player harbors a sanctuary—whether physical or mental—filled with the titles that forged their identity. Polygon’s latest monthly odyssey, Shelf Quest, transforms this sentiment into a recurring pilgrimage through gaming history. In each installment, we invite a cultural icon or creator to navigate the labyrinthine aisles of a classic game shop. As they pull boxes...
NVIDIA Reclaims 94% Market Share in Graphics Cards — Report
Analytical firm Jon Peddie Research has released a new report detailing the state of the discrete graphics card market for the fourth quarter of 2025. According to analyst data, NVIDIA solidified its dominance by capturing 94% of the desktop discrete GPU market, representing a 1.6% increase over the previous quarter. In contrast, AMD’s market share...
“I’m In Love with Your Dead Grandmother”: A Dating Sim Even More Offensive Than Its Title
Random Select is a recurring Polygon feature spotlighting the obscure corners of the gaming world. Every week, a contributor is tasked with a blind dive: downloading a mystery title and committing to at least sixty minutes of gameplay. The goal? To provide an unfiltered, honest appraisal of whatever the digital lottery provides. This week’s specimen...
Cosplayer showcases Grace Ashcroft from Resident Evil Requiem in Deluxe Edition outfits
The talented model Dear Iris has delved back into the survival horror world of Resident Evil Requiem. Stepping into the shoes of Grace Ashcroft, she swapped her standard attire for the striking “Film Noir” and “Dimitrescu” outfits from the game’s Deluxe collection. In a treat for cosplay enthusiasts and those who have braved the horrors...
Resident Evil Requiem to receive unofficial replicas of the “Requiem” revolver and axe from Panda Studio
Courtesy of Panda Studio, dedicated collectors can now secure pre-orders for high-fidelity, 1:1 scale resin replicas of the “Requiem” revolver and signature axe from Resident Evil Requiem. Panda Studio has unveiled an unexpected treat for enthusiasts of the survival horror hit Resident Evil Requiem—a title that recently achieved a massive peak of 344,214 concurrent players...
Four Decades Later, Hollywood Still Misses the Point of Highlander
History’s initial verdict on Highlander was actually the correct one. When the film premiered four decades ago on March 7, 1986, it was a commercial disaster, recouping a measly $12.8 million against a $19 million investment. Contemporary critics were equally dismissive. Roger Ebert panned it as a “preposterous and intensely tedious” experience, while Gene Siskel...
Ubisoft believes it can create another hit
An anonymous Ubisoft employee recently asserted in an interview that the studio remains fully capable of delivering blockbuster hits, despite facing significant backlash from both the gaming community and its internal workforce. The source further noted: The employee emphasized that the company’s transition to a “creative houses” model provides developers with the necessary framework to...
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred to Reimagine Leveling — More Time to Study Classes
Blizzard has announced a comprehensive overhaul of the progression mechanics for the Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred expansion, aiming to provide players with a more nuanced understanding of their chosen class and its maximum combat potential. In a recent interview, Project Director Colin Finer explained that these foundational adjustments will specifically target the early stages...
Filming Begins on the New The Exorcist
Новости Стартовали съёмки нового «Изгоняющего дьявола» Добавить в закладки В Нью-Йорке начался съёмочный процесс новой версии «Изгоняющего дьявола». Режиссёром выступает Майк Флэнеган («Призраки дома на холме»), а главную роль исполнит Скарлетт Йоханссон. Известно, что сюжет расскажет новую историю, никак не связанную с предыдущими частями хоррор-франшизы. Вместе с Йоханссон сыграют Джекоби Джуп, Дайэн Лэйн, Чиветель Эджиофор,...